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Have a Ghoulish Getaway in Orlando, FL

Ashley — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 22:40:00 GMT

Ready for some gory getaway travel? We'll tell you where to go to find bone-chilling roller coasters, frightful haunted houses and horror films come to life. For the chicken-hearted, or the very young, we'll give you milder fright night ideas. 1. Howl-O-Scream, Busch Gardens, Tampa Howl-O-Scream transforms Busch Gardens Africa into a nightmare of inescapable fear. The devious creatures that infest six haunted houses, five scare zones and three thrilling shows have plenty of...(read more)

Celebrate 50 Years in Space at Kennedy Space Center

Ashley — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 16:03:00 GMT

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is celebrating NASA’s 50 Years in Space with the inaugural World Space Expo and the first-ever Kennedy Space Center Fall Concert Series in November. Five weekends of activities are planned to celebrate five awe-inspiring decades of space exploration. World Space Expo kicks-off the celebration with festivities scheduled Thursday, November 1 through Sunday, November 4, 2007 at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Orlando, Florida. World Space Expo is...(read more)

Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival begins in Orlando

Ashley — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 20:45:00 GMT

Can't go on a trip around the world this year and indulge your taste buds? Just drive to Orlando.Arguably Florida's biggest culinary event, the 12th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, attracting more than 1 million visitors each year, serves up tastes from every corner of the world September 28 through Nov. 11 at Walt Disney World.In addition to culinary treats, wine and beer tastings, this year the festival is not only a feast for the palate, but also a feast of the palette, with...(read more)

Orlando is the Ultimate Shopper's Paradise

Ashley — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 17:33:00 GMT

Orlando, Florida is recognized around the world for its fabulous theme parks which are the destination for many Florida vacations. Although it may be less well known, Orlando also boasts some of the finest shopping in Florida. From posh designer handbags and straight-off-the-runway threads to theme park T-shirts and ball caps, in markets and sprawling outlet centers to upscale malls, Orlando, Florida has something for everyone and every budget. So, if you need a break from the heat or shelter on...(read more)

Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights

Ashley — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 16:50:00 GMT

Madness, mayhem and horror was unleashed September 28th at Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights - the largest, most intense Halloween event in the country. Jack, The Clown Prince of Halloween, invites you inside his "Carnival of Carnage." Once inside, there's no turning back as curiosity becomes panic becomes fear becomes physical and psychological terror. This year, Halloween Horror Nights 17 becomes the most extreme, fear- filled event in its history. With its leading cast...(read more)

Celebrate the 4th of July in Orlando!

Ashley — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 21:39:00 GMT

Does July 4th bring to mind fireworks, cookouts and time spent with family and friends? We couldn’t agree more. Just add an unbeatable vacation destination and you’ve got an Independence Day celebration in Orlando. While there are many ways to mark the day, here are four that we thought were extra special. 1. Celebrate with MusicWhether your taste in music runs to the traditional or the top of the pop charts, chances are you’ll find just the right soundtrack to your July 4th celebration in Orlando. Historic...(read more)